The nutritional efficacy of lecithin
1.What is lecithin?
Lecithin is a naturally occurring phospholipid, belonging to a class of phospholipid choline compounds. It is present in all living organisms and mainly forms cell membranes. Lecithin has the ability to emulsify lipids, so it is widely used in the food and pharmaceutical industries. During biological metabolism, the chemical properties of lecithin are utilized as carriers to aid in the transport of fat molecules and the absorption of fat-soluble nutrients.
2.What does lecithin do?
A.Promote smooth lactation: Lecithin can help breast milk discharge more smoothly, provide polyunsaturated fatty acids, it is recommended to supplement 1,200 mg of lecithin four times a day to help smooth lactation.
B.Promote normal metabolism: A diet rich in lecithin can help metabolism, especially for people with a greasy diet.
C.Promote growth and flexibility of thought in children: Lecithin is an important component of choline conversion, which helps children grow and have flexibility of thought.
D.Help women menopause conditioning: Soy lecithin is helpful for middle-aged women menopause, can regulate energy and circulation health, bring higher vitality score and feelings.
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3.What are the food sources of lecithin?
1. Eggs: Eggs are the best natural food source of lecithin.
2. Soy lecithin and sunflower lecithin: Soy and sunflower are also common sources of lecithin.
3. Dairy products: Egg yolks are the most important source of lecithin in daily food. Some soft cheeses, such as brie and Camapoch, also contain some amount of lecithin.
4. Bean products: Bean products such as tofu, soy milk and bean pods are rich in lecithin.
5. Nuts and seeds: Peanuts and fatty walnuts contain some amount of lecithin. Nuts and seeds such as almonds, sesame, pumpkin seeds are also good sources of lecithin.
6. Fish: Sardines are one of the fish rich in lecithin. Fatty fish such as herring, mackerel and salmon also contain some amount of lecithin.
7. Meat: In addition to meat, liver is also rich in lecithin.
8. Cereals: Wheat germ is one of the main sources of lecithin in cereals and contains a certain amount of lecithin.
4.How to supplement lecithin?
Our technicians at Rui zelin recommend supplementing lecithin after meals, as it works more closely with fat-soluble molecules. For pregnant mothers, supplementation can start from 4-6 months of pregnancy and continue until lactation. Lecithin helps promote milk production, making babies healthier and hair stronger.
5. Are there side effects of eating lecithin?
Lecithin is a natural food ingredient widely recognized as safe and has been recognized as safe by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. However, if consumed in excess, there may be minor health effects, and current research suggests that gastrointestinal upset may be caused.
There are no known cases of direct interaction between drugs and lecithin, but due to their efficacy properties, if taking both lipid-lowering and blood-pressure drugs, it is recommended to discuss lecithin supplementation with a medical professional first.
In short, the lecithin produced by Rui zellin is a very beneficial nutrient that can bring many benefits to our body. Whether you want to improve liver, cardiovascular, women's health or nervous system health, you can consider increasing your lecithin intake in moderation. In order to better absorb lecithin, we recommend choosing health products and maternal and child products containing high quality lecithin.
